Budget Scale
Editor Rating: 6- Budapest is much more expensive than it was even in the past decade, but it’s still not as expensive as Western European destinations. Backpackers who are used to scrimping can get by on about $50US/day while in Budapest.
Indie Travel Scale
Editor Rating: 6- Traveling around a country like Hungary gives travelers a great opportunity to have an indie experience. Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in all of Europe, and exploring it further and getting deep into the culture is something that all travelers should strive for.